NRG Energy (NRG) Price Target Cut by $10 at Raymond James

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NRG Energy (NRG) Price Target Cut by $10 at Raymond James

NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NRG) delivers innovative natural gas, electricity, and smart home solutions to customers large and small across North America.

On April 27, Raymond James trimmed its price target on NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NRG) from $220 to $210, but maintained a ‘Strong Buy’ rating on the shares. The lowered target still indicates an upside of almost 41% from the current price levels.

Raymond James expects the IPP group to report mixed earnings in Q1, with minimal spillover to the broader sector. The analyst expects NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NRG) to report weaker near-term results, driven by the softer ERCOT weather, reduced load, and lower power prices. The impact of these factors is likely to vary by company, depending on the mix of their retail and supply structure.

NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NRG) is set to report its Q1 2026 results on May 6. The company is targeting an adjusted EBITDA of $5.575 billion and adjusted net income of $1.9 billion for FY 2026. Moreover, adjusted EPS for the year is expected to come in at $8.90 per share, while free cash flow before growth is projected to be $3.05 billion.

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